Teacher Resources

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Top 10 Resources for Teachers to Use During Earth Week

Organization URL Description

1.) Melted World http://www.meltedworld.com/

Informative videos related to environmental topics. The possibilities here are huge

2.) Redefining Progress http://www.myfootprint.org/en/about_the_quiz/what_it_measures/

Carbon Footprint Calculator – students can calculate their impact on the environment

3.) Tree Hugger http://www.treehugger.com/

Teen-friendly website with tons of great information (see “Green Basics” for some good introductory lessons)

4.) Generation Green http://www.generationgreenthebook.com/

Based on a book by Linda and Tosh Siverston, Generation Green: The Ultimate Teen Guide to Living an Eco-Friendly Life

Excellent resource for teens

5.) EBSCOhost Green File http://www.powerlibrary.org/Interface/IntLinks/Green.asp

Expansive database of articles related to environmental issues

6.) Library Guides http://hsw.libguides.com/content.php?pid=20548&sid=144879

Nice database for teachers

7.) Alliance to Save Energy http://www.ase.org/section/_audience/educators

Lesson plans, reports, data and more resources for teachers

8.) ESL Flow http://www.eslflow.com/environmentlessonplans.html

Complete unit plans on climate change, pollution and more

9.) Greenpeace http://www.greenpeace.org/usa

Greenpeace USA

10.) Planet Green http://planetgreen.discovery.com/games-quizzes/

Link to games/quizzes about various environmental topics

Alternative Energy Information

Here is a great resource on Alternative Energy from National Geographic